Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Competition at Mt. Pleasant and Gaffney 9-30-17Report time for students is 7:30amBus leaves at 8:00amArrive at Mt. Pleasant High School by 9:30amWe perform at 11:40amAwards are at 3:30pmWe will leave Mt. Pleasant High School after awards around 4pm to head to Gaffney High School.We will approximately arrive at Gaffney High School by 5:30pmWe perform at 7:45pmAwards are at 10pmETA back to FHS is 11:30pmPlease bring money for concessions/dinner.

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Monday, September 25, 2017

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Report time for students is 7:30amBus leaves at 8:00amArrive at Mt. Pleasant High School by 9:30amWe perform 11:40amAwards are at 3:30pmWe will leave Mt. Pleasant High School After Awards around 4pm to head to Gaffney High School.We will approximately arrive at Gaffney High School by 5:30pmWe perform at 7:45pmAwards are at 10pmETA back to FHS is 11:30pmPlease bring money for concessions/dinner.

Monday - Practice until 6pmTuesday- Practice until 6pmThursday - Practice until 6pmFriday - OFFSaturday - DOUBLE COMPETITION Competition #1 at Mt Pleasant High School in Mt. Pleasant NC we perform at 11:40am.Competition #2 at Gaffney High School in Gaffney SC we perform at 7:45pm.

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Report time for students is 8:30amBus leaves at 11:45amArrive at District III Stadium (Across from Winthrop University) in Rock Hill SC at 12:30pm We perform in Prelims at 2:30pmPrelim Awards 5:30pmIf we make finals, they will announce our performance time at prelims. ETA back to FHS is 11pmIf we do not make finals we will go out to dinner after prelims and return to FHS by 8pm

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Monday, September 18, 2017

Monday - rehearse until 6pmTuesday - rehearse until 6pmThursday - rehearse until 6pmFriday - home football game report time is 6pm. (full uniform)Saturday - Competition at District III Stadium in Rock Hill SC. Call time is 8:30am(See more information about the competition below)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Band fees should be paid in full. All checks submitted for payment are payable to Forestview HS Band Boosters. Write "Band Dues" on the envelope. If you have financial questions, you can email Courtney Kaylor at forestviewbandtreasurer@gmail.com

Color guard members have received their uniform. Parents should submit a check or cash for $68.00 Write "Guard Uniform" on the envelope.

The $80 Bands Of America hotel and bus fee is due by Sept. 26th. Write "BOA" on the envelope. Please contact me ASAP if you would like to chaperone the BOA event. Chaperones can ride the bus for free and will receive an admittance ticket to the event ($27 value). Chaperones will need to be approved volunteers with Gaston County Schools. Hotel costs for chaperones are 4 per room=$28 per person. The hotel is under renovation. As more rooms become available, I might be able to book chaperones at 2 per room=$57 per person. Let me know your preference of # people in your room. You may book your own room if you find availability. I will assign adults to rooms. Students will room with other students, not adults/parents/chaperones.

The Jaguar Classic will be October 7th. Each student will need 2 adults to volunteer on this day. Sign ups are on the whiteboard in the band room. If you did not attend the Sept. parent meeting, you will need to sign up this week for a job. If you need clarification about job descriptions, please see a Booster member or
Mr. Gibson. I will be in the band room Friday before and after the football game to answer any questions or help you select a job. I will also be there Saturday at 11:00 AM. We desperately need parents with trucks and trailers to help with this event.

The competition season begins next weekend!
There will be a home football game against Crest HS Friday at 7:30 PM . The band will be in full uniform! Students need to wear their show shirt, gym shorts (not cargo shorts), black socks, and band shoes. Students will perform the show during halftime. I need parents to help with drum major podiums during National Anthem and the halftime show. Also, I need parents to help remove props from the field after the performance. Please see me during the first quarter if you can help. I will be seated with the band. Kristie Tweed will contact you if you are signed up for snacks/drinks this weekend.

Mr. Gibson has posted the times for Olde English Festival of Bands this Saturday on the website. http://forestviewband.blogspot.com/
I need a parent with a truck and trailer or box truck to bring the props to the competition in Rock Hill. You will receive an admission ticket for your help. Please contact myself or Mr. Gibson immediately if you can assist. The buses will arrive around 12:30 PM at District 3 stadium in Rock Hill. If you can assist with getting props and front ensemble equipment on and off the field, find the band trailer (located on the opposite side of the stadium from car parking) at 1:30 PM. I will need 16-20 parents to assist.

I need 2 parents to ride the buses as chaperones on Saturday. You will receive admission to the event for chaperoning. Please let me know this week if you are interested. All chaperones need to be approved volunteers with Gaston Co. Schools.

Water bottles and sports drinks are needed for after school practices. Please send in donations to the band room any day of the week. Drinks are needed as early as Monday.

Please email me with any questions you have. Thank you everyone for pitching in to help make this an amazing marching season!

Sunday, September 17, 2017

Report time for students is 8:30amBus leaves at 11:45amArrive at District III Stadium (Across from Winthrop University) in Rock Hill SC at 12:30pm We perform in Prelims at 2:30pmPrelim Awards 5:30pmIf we make finals, they will announce our performance time at prelims. ETA back to FHS is 11pmIf we do not make finals we will go out to dinner after prelims and return to FHS by 8pm

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Students,This day has been blocked off since March. Originally the 16th was fanfare until it was moved. An updated schedule was handed out to the students during band camp reflecting this change. This is a mandatory rehearsal. Please make every effort to be here as we will continue to add to the marching show.

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Thursday, September 7, 2017

Student HW Recording for 3rd and 4th period Band Due 9/11/17Students will have to record the following passage from their music and email it to Mr. Gibson for a test grade. Students will have a week to complete and turn in. It will be due in class on Monday 9-11-17. Please email your recordings to njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us4th Period Marching Band:Flutes - Movement 2 D-E AND J-KClarinets - Movement 1 D-E and Movement 2 D-E AND J-KSaxophones - Movement 1 D-E and Movement 2 D-E AND J-KTrumpets - Movement 1 D- E and Movement 2 E-GBaritones - Movement 2 Measure before D - FMellophones - Movement E- HTubas - Movement 2 Measure before D -FFront Ensemble - Movement 1 (ALL) (If recorded as a group you all will receive the same grade)Drum Line - Movement 1 (ALL) (If recorded as a group you all will receive the same grade)Guard - All of Movement 1 guard work (If recorded as a group you all will receive the same grade)3rd Period Jazz Band:Saxes- 25 6 to 4 (41-53)Trombones- 25 6 to 4 (1-41)Trumpets-25 6 to 4 (9-53)Rhythm section - 25 6 to 4 (1-53)ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE TO IMPROVISE ON CONCERT Bb BLUES FOR 24 BARS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHVxf2M20gQ (Blues Track)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Students will have to record the following passage from their music and email it to Mr. Gibson for a test grade. Students will have a week to complete and turn in. It will be due in class on Monday 9-11-17. Please email your recordings to njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us4th Period Marching Band:Flutes - Movement 2 D-E AND J-KClarinets - Movement 1 D-E and Movement 2 D-E AND J-KSaxophones - Movement 1 D-E and Movement 2 D-E AND J-KTrumpets - Movement 1 D- E and Movement 2 E-GBaritones - Movement 2 Measure before D - FMellophones - Movement E- HTubas - Movement 2 Measure before D -FFront Ensemble - Movement 1 (ALL) (If recorded as a group you all will receive the same grade)Drum Line - Movement 1 (ALL) (If recorded as a group you all will receive the same grade)Guard - All of Movement 1 guard work (If recorded as a group you all will receive the same grade)3rd Period Jazz Band:Saxes- 25 6 to 4 (41-53)Trombones- 25 6 to 4 (1-41)Trumpets-25 6 to 4 (9-53)Rhythm section - 25 6 to 4 (1-53)ALL STUDENTS WILL HAVE TO IMPROVISE ON CONCERT Bb BLUES FOR 24 BARS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHVxf2M20gQ (Blues Track)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

Monday, August 28, 2017

It is an expectation that all students keep up with the assignments given in all band classes. Practice your instrument daily. Your instrument should go home with you everyday as you have HW for band every night! If you have any questions see Mr. Gibson.Happy Practicing!

SWBAT: WARM UP ON THEIR INSTRUMENT WITH THEIR BAND BOOK. (3rd/4th period)SWBAT Rehearse Marching Band Music!(4th period)SWBAT: Rehearse Pep Band Music .(4th period)SWBAT: Sight Read New Music( 3rd and 4th period)SWBAT: Go over rules and regulations for each class period.SWBAT: See white board for HW and specific practice information on what we go over in class on a daily basis.SWBAT: Review HW daily via Mr. Gibson.SWBAT: Rehearse Jazz Ensemble Music . (3rd period)SWBAT: Practice beginning band instruments!(2nd)SWBAT: Understand basic music theory.(All Classes)SWBAT: practice piano fundamentals.(2nd period)

*Payment must accompany order form that will be distributed at band camp

Marching shoes- $30.00/pair-

*Payment must accompany order form that will be distributed at band camp

Marching gloves- $5.00/pair

*Payment must accompany order form that will be distributed at band camp

Band Fee Payment Schedule

*Please note band fees may be paid in full at any time. Below is a schedule for the minimum amount due. In an effort to streamline communication regarding owed and outstanding fees this year, we will be using an on-line invoice program with email communication.

First day of band camp, July 25th- $50.00 August 15th- $50.00 September 15th- $50.00 October 15th- $50.00 or remaining balance

Parents and Students,I hope you all are having a great summer break. This year is going to be a great year for our FHS Marching Jaguars! I just wanted to take a moment to remind everyone about the schedule for band camp. July 25th- July 28th PRE CAMP- Guard, Percussion, Student Leaders and First Year Marchers 8am-3pm- ALL STUDENTS 1pm-3pmJuly 31st - August 4th BAND CAMP WEEK 1- ALL STUDENTS 8am-6pmAugust 7th- August 11th BAND CAMP WEEK 2- ALL STUDENTS 8am-8pmAll students will be rehearsing Mondays.Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 3pm-6pm Starting August 10th until the end of marching season. All students should bring a bag lunch each day. The band boosters will be providing dinner the week of August 7th. No student will be allowed to leave campus for lunch or dinner. There will be a band parent meeting on Tuesday, August 1 at 6:00 PM in the band room. This will be your chance to learn about the marching season, fundraising, band dues, and ways to volunteer. In preparation of band camp, the boosters need your help. The band students will consume hundreds of bottles of water and sports drinks because it is always HOT during camp. Please start asking for donations from local businesses or purchase items when on sale. Donations can be dropped off in the band room starting the first day of band camp. We will take donations during all 3 weeks of camp. We currently have 80 band members on the roster. Thank you for supporting the Forestview band program! If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

If your name is on this list please go to guidance, call your counselor, and get your schedule fixed before band camp. All of us need to be diligent when it comes to our child's music education. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson at njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Here is the list:

Students who need to see their counselor about being ADDED to the fall 4th period marching band class:

- If you are on this list and have a class conflict please email Mr. Gibson.

Students who need to be ADDED to a spring 2018 band class:
Grace Le
Sophia Raspanti
Christen Bryant
Nicholas Hendernreich
Hannah Long
Alajandro Pichardo
William Buzzeo

Also, some students are signed up in the wrong class/section for the spring of 2018. All placements in the spring band classes will be made in the audition held in November. The audition will place each students in the right section/class.

Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Graduation June 10thWE WILL NOT BE REHEARSING ON JUNE 9th Graduation is mandatory of all band members. All band students are to report to the band room at 8am to get their instrument and head straight to the stadium for the performance. The graduation ceremony starts at 9am and typically lasts an hour. The graduation performance is half of the final exam grade. If a student is not there they will receive a maximum score of 50% on the Final exam. I have spoken to some students who were responsible and let me know of any conflicts in advance. If there is a conflict with being at graduation a note will be required on why the student will be absent. All current band students in grade 9-11 have to score a 70% or higher on their final exam to come to the band camps over the summer and be in the class next school year. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson. njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Friday, May 26, 2017

Graduation June 10th/Graduation Rehearsal June 9thGraduation is mandatory of all band members. More info on times will be announced on Monday. The graduation performance is half of the final exam grade. If a student is not there they will receive a maximum score of 50% on the Final exam. I have spoken to some students who were responsible and let me know of any conflicts in advance. If there is a conflict with being at graduation a note will be required on why the student will be absent. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson. njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

Graduation is mandatory of all band members. More info on times will be announced later in the week. The graduation performance is half of the final exam grade. If a student is not there they will receive a maximum score of 50% on the Final exam. I have spoken to some students who were responsible and let me know of any conflicts in advance. If there is a conflict with being at graduation a note will be required on why the student will be absent. If you have any questions please email Mr. Gibson. njgibson@gaston.k12.nc.us

The Clarinet Choir and Flute Choir will represent FHS this year at Solo + Ensemble. Our performance time is 10:30am. The bus will leave FHS at 9am. We should return by 1pm. The festival is held at Lincolnton Middle School.

All students will wear concert black attire. If a student does not show up in proper attire, performs poorly, or doesn't show up to the concert they will receive a 0% for the performance. If a student has all of their belongings, shows up on time, performs well they will receive a passing grade.

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

All students will wear concert black attire. If a student does not show up in proper attire, performs poorly, or doesn't show up to the concert they will receive a 0% for the performance. If a student has all of their belongings, shows up on time, performs well they will receive a passing grade.

Graduation is mandatory for all band members. Students will receive a grade for attending graduation. There will be rehearsal practice on June 9th as well. All times will be finalized by the end of May.

The Clarinet Choir and Flute Choir will represent FHS this year at Solo + Ensemble. Our performance time is 10:30am. The bus will leave FHS at 9am. We should return by 1pm. The festival is held at Lincolnton Middle School.

Thursday, April 13, 2017

Students,Yes you have homework in band. It is called practicing. This is an expectation of all band students. Please take time to practice like we have discussed numerous times.1. warm up with long tones/tune2. practice technique by playing all 12 major scales3. work on solo music for your instrument or band music.4. find recordings of the piece you are performing and analyze the performances. It is expected that all band students take home their instrument over spring break and practice for our upcoming performances. All band students will have a playing test when they come back from break. All students will be responsible for all 12 major scales and any warm up/band piece of music we have been working on in class. Happy Practicing,Mr. Gibson

Students must always be with their group and a chaperone!! YOU CANNOT GO OFF ON YOUR OWN. If you choose to do this, there will be undesirable consequences. Students who are found separated from their group will be put with the director for the rest of the day. BE RESPONSIBLE!!! BE WHERE YOU NEED TO BE ON TIME!!!!!When we enter NY Penn Station, we will assemble in a meeting location to determine where we will meet at the end of each day. Remind 101 text messages will be sent to the group throughout the day to help with reminders and announcements. Students may wear regular school clothes on Friday(after we perform), Saturday, Sunday, and Monday — as long as they meet Gaston County Dress Code Standards.-Shorts should be at least finger-tip length.-No bare midriffs-No spaghetti straps-No offensive language/topics on clothing-Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.

Make wise decisions with your money. DO NOT OVERSPEND YOUR BUDGET. Keep track of how much you have and budget for each day. It is easy to spend a lot of money on souvenirs in NYC.

Chaperones, please stay with the group—wait for students and always keep your group together.

Students are not to mingle with strangers. Unfortunately, we cannot trust anyone we do not know.

Please make sure that you get the cell phone numbers of students and chaperones in your group and that they have your number in case someone accidentally gets separated.

Chaperones will be in charge of keeping up with tickets for each student in their group.

ANY STUDENT PROBLEMS should be directed to the assigned chaperone. If it needs further attention, refer to the director- (Mr. Gibson)

SUBSTANCE ABUSE and SHOPLIFTING – Gaston County Public Schools Policy will be in effect. If you suspect a student is in violation, contact Mr. Gibson immediately. This could get them a quick trip to the NYPD and home at their expense.

Physical Contact of any kind – School and County rules are in effect for this trip. Students should not make physical contact with other students.

Remind101: This is a texting/messaging system to send to the group for announcements and reminders. Messages about the day’s schedule, reminders for the day, and other important group announcements will be sent through this messaging system. You can only receive a text from Remind101. If you need to communicate with individual students or your chaperone, please send a regular text. Remind101 Instructions:NYC 2017 Group Go to this link - http://www.remind.com/join/68ab7f ORJoin through SMS text by texting: @68ab7f to 81010If you text your message, you should get a reply in a few moments asking you to create a screen name. After you text back the screen name, it will send you a welcome message. This is your confirmation that everything went through.

Remember, consequences are actions the student chooses to accept in the event that a rule/policy is broken. Disciplinary actions while on this trip include but are not limited to:Parents contacted.Reassignment of hotel room.Losing bus seat privileges.Removal from group or performance.Removal from group and put with the director.Loss of privilege of enjoying the City and will remain in one location with the trip administrator. Student removed from the trip and sent home. (Student’s parent may be asked to come pick up student.)Other disciplinary action at school.

ANY INAPPROPRIATE ITEMS that are found OR reported will be confiscated, the parent will be contacted, and other consequences will ensue. These students will also be subject to a school write up and school consequences once back at school.

Students engaging in INAPPROPRIATE behavior will be subject to severe and undesirable consequences as well as other school actions once back at school. Please remember, ALL BAND RULES, SCHOOL RULES, AND COUNTY RULES APPLY WHILE WE ARE TRAVELING TOGETHER AS A GROUP.

Do not bring your bathing suit. Do not bring gaming consoles/devices. (Wii, Xbox, Playstation, etc.)No external speakers for personal devices.Do not bring expensive jewelry/valuables. Please do not bring smelly snacks like jerky, certain chips (ex. Doritos), and soft drinks (as well as other sticky food items.) Please do not bring/eat sunflower seeds.Do not bring alcohol or tobacco.Do not bring medicine or drugs of any kind (This should have been turned in on 4-25-17 and already be on file. )Do not bring any Inappropriate/Offensive music or video materials. (All media materials should be rated no more than PG-13)

Concert uniform Casual clothes for NYC (tennis shoes good for walking) Clothes that can be layered are best for various temperatures. (PLEASE SEE DRESS CODE in NYC section)Instrument and instrument accessories (extra reeds, mouthpieces, oils, neck straps, sticks, etc.)PajamasToiletriesHooded Jacket (it could be cool or rainy). (Poncho/Rain Jacket)Watch or other time telling device.Movies for the bus. All movies must be rated PG-13 or less. Please make sure what you bring is appropriate. (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS VISIBLE on case of any movies your bring)Pillow/Blanket for bus ride.Cell phone charger. (Outlets may be limited)Money for Lunch and Dinner in NYC. Money for Lunch on the way home on Monday.Money for extra food/snacks/treats you may want in NYC.Spending moneyIpods, Media players, cameras, batteries, headsets, earbuds are optional (bring at your own risk)

PLEASE REMEMBER, if you choose to bring expensive or irreplaceable personal items (i.e. I-pods, cell phones, tablets, etc.), you are doing so at your own risk. Any items lost, stolen, or broken ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF the Director, the Band Boosters, Forestview High School, or Gaston County Public Schools.

Suggested Spending Money:

Students need money for Lunch and Dinner on Thursday as well as Lunch and Dinner on the way home on Monday. Students will need additional money for Lunch and Dinner Thursday -Monday, snacks, extra food/drinks, and other treats or to spend for shopping.

Tuesday, April 11, 2017

New York City Trip Itinerary 4-27-17 – 5-1-17 4-27-17 -Depart for NYC from FHS at 9:30am -13 hour bus ride -Stop for lunch and dinner along the way -Continue driving to NYC-Check in at hotel in NJ -Arrive at hotel around 11pm 4-28-17 -Eat breakfast at hotel -Leave hotel for school performance at 7am. (Port Jervis High School Port Jervis NY) -Perform at 9am (official times TBA) -Leave Port Jervis NY at 10:30am -Lunch at mall (Galleria Mall Middletown NY) 11:30pm -Back at hotel to drop off equipment/change 2pm -3pm depart for NYC (Train departs from Secaucus NY to NY Penn Station at 3:02pm) -Students will be in groups of 3-4 with a chaperone -Drop off at Times Square -see local attractions (free) - Students can use their CITY PASS and go to the American Museum of Natural History with their groups on 4-28-17 or 4-30-17.(closes at 5:45pm) - 6pm dinner on your own (with group) -10pm meet at Penn Station to head back to hotel in NJ (Train leaves at 10:20pm from Penn Station) 4-29-17 -6:30am breakfast in hotel - 8am leave to go to NYC - Be at the train station by 9am (Train leaves at 9:30am) - 10:30am Ellis Island/Statue of Liberty (NYC PASS) -1:30pm lunch on your own -3pm Metropolitan Museum of Art/ SIGHT SEE ( NYC PASS) -5pm dinner with groups -8pm Empire State Building (NYC PASS) -10:30pm meet at Penn Station to head back to hotel (Train leaves at 11:14pm) 4-30-17 -7am breakfast at hotel - 8am depart for NYC - Arrive at the train Station by 9am (Train leaves at 9:30am) - 10am World Trade Center Museum - 1pm lunch on your own - 3pm Museum of Natural History (If you missed it on day 1) - 6pm dinner on your own - 8pm Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center - 10:30pm meet at subway to head back to hotel (train leaves at 11:14pm) 5-1-17 -6am depart for North Carolina -Stop for lunch at 1pm -Stop for dinner at 6pm -Return to Forestview High School by 9pm